"Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me)" is a standout ballad by the legendary R&B group , featured on their 1997 album, Evolution . The track is widely recognized as a "sequel" or spiritual successor to the 1986 hit "Human" by The Human League. Song Overview and Background
: It was released as part of the Evolution album on September 23, 1997 . Lyrical Themes and Meaning Boyz II Men - Human II (Dont Turn Your Back On Me)
: The track was produced and co-written by the iconic duo Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis , who also produced the original 1986 song by The Human League. All four original Boyz II Men members— Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Michael McCary —are credited as co-writers. "Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me)"
Listen to the official audio of 'Human II (Don't Turn Your Back on Me)' to experience the group's classic harmonies: Human II (Don't Turn Your Back On Me) Boyz II Men - Topic YouTube• Jul 31, 2018 Lyrical Themes and Meaning : The track was
While it wasn't the biggest commercial hit of the album—which was led by tracks like "4 Seasons of Loneliness" and "A Song for Mama"—"Human II" is often cited by fans as a deep-cut favorite that highlights the group's maturity during the late '90s. It further cemented their reputation for "emotional ballads" that resonate across generations.
The song serves as a vulnerable plea for forgiveness and understanding, centered on the shared fallibility of the human experience.